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The British ruled Australia because they were the ones who colonised Australia. Australia did not achieve self-government until federation in 1901, and even that was still subject to British rules and guidelines, to a lesser and lesser degree, right up until the Australia Acts of 1986.
Although the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia came into effect at Federation, this did not mean that Australia was now independent of Britain. When the UK approved colonial federation, it simply meant that the six self-governing states of Australia allocated some functions to a federal authority. Australia gained the status of a Dominion, which meant it remained a self-governing colony within the British Empire, with the Head of State being the British monarch. The British government appointed Australia's Governor-General and State Governors, who answered to the British government.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 10y agoGreat Britain no longer rules Australia. However they do share the same Queen which is Queen Elizabeth II.
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Was Australia under French rule?
No, it was under British rule.
Why did Australia take over Britain?
Australia did not take over Britain. Britain actually took over Australia originally and formed colonies on that continent. Later, the Australian people moved away from British rule.
How did Britain rule over Australia?
Before it became its own country, Australia was the furthest part of the British empire. The British ruled over the far off land in much the same way they ruled over their other lands, with government and laws meant to benefit the crown.
Who introduce cricket first time in India british or Australia?
it was the British, when they came to Indian to rule
What countries are under British rule?
There are a number of countries that are still under British rule. This includes New Zealand, Australia, the Bahamas, as well as Jamaica.
What countries are still under british rule?
There are a number of countries that are still under British rule. This includes New Zealand, Australia, the Bahamas, as well as Jamaica.
Why did Australia join World War 1?
it was subjected to British rule, had a treaty with them.
What was rwinism?
British rule over India
How did the british come over to Australia?
They came by boat.
How did the French and British differ in the tactics they used to control their empires in Asia?
The British ruled directly over their colonies, while the French did not.
What was life like in Australia during the British rule?
Hard because the Australians didn't like it!
What are Gandhi's belief's?
That the British should not rule over india.
